Ethyl 3-amino-6-methylpicolinate is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds. Its structure makes it valuable in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the creation of drugs targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, it serves as a building block in organic synthesis for producing agrochemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides, due to its ability to form complex heterocyclic structures. The compound is also utilized in research and development for designing novel molecules with potential therapeutic or agricultural applications.